2011 Acura MDX audio

A D V A N C E D T E C H N O L O G Y G U I D E
The Advanced Technology Guide is designed to help you get
acquainted with your new Acura and provide basic instructions
on some of the technology items.
This guide is not intended as a substitute for the Owner’s
Manual. For complete information on vehicle controls and
operation\b please refer to the respective sections in the
Owner’s Manual.
As with the Owner’s Manual\b this guide covers all trim levels of
the Acura MDX. Therefore\b you may find descriptions of
equipment and features that are not on your particular vehicle.
Bluetooth®Audio (Tech/Advance)....................................\1......................... 3\f
iPod®or USB Flash Memory (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1........31
Note Function (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1.............................. 31
Hard Disc Drive (HDD) Audio (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1..... 32
Song By Voice
TM(SBV) (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1................ 33
Rear Entertainment System (RES)(if equipped) ....................................\1.... 35
Collision Mitigation Braking System
TM(CMBSTM) (Advance) ..................... 36
Blind Spot Information System (BSI) (Advance) ....................................\1..... 37
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Advance) ....................................\1.......... 38
My Acura....................................\1...........................................\1......................... 4\f
Safety Reminder ....................................\1...........................................\1............. 41
Fuel Requirement ....................................\1...........................................\1........... 41
Advance Package shown
Instrument Panel Indicators....................................\1....................................\1.... 2
Multi-Information Display (MID) ....................................\1................................. 4
Keyless Memory Settings....................................\1....................................\1......... 9
Rearview Camera ...............................................\1....................................\1...... 11
Reverse Tilt Door Mirrors ....................................\1....................................\1........ 12
HomeLink
®....................................\1......................................................\1............ 13
Voice Recognition ...............................................\1....................................\1..... 14
Navigation (Tech/Advance) ....................................\1................................... 2\f
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic
TM...................................................\1.................... 22
AcuraLink Real-Time WeatherTM...................................................\1............... 23
AcuraLink®Messages ....................................................................\1................ 24
Bluetooth®HandsFreeLink®....................................................................\1....... 25
V O I C E
R E C O G N I T I O N
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B L \b E T O O T H®
H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®
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A D A P T I V E C R U I S E
C O N T R O L
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N A V I G A T I O Np.2\f
B L I N D S P O T I N F O R M A T I O N
S Y S T E M
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M U L T I I N F O R M A T I O N
D I S P L A Y
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I N S T R U M E N T P A N E L I N D I C A T O R S
O n \b O f f I n d i c a t o r s
M a l f u n c t i o n I n d i c a t o r s
If an indicator remains on\b there may be a problem; see your dealer
Charging system
Low brake fluid\b Brake system
Low oil pressure
SH-AWD(Super Handling-All Wheel Drive)
VSA(Vehicle Stability Assist)
Malfunction indicator lamp(check engine light)
TPMS (blinks)(Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
CMBS*(Collision Mitigation Braking System)
SRS(Supplemental Restraint System)
ABS(Anti-lock Brake System)
ACC*(Adaptive Cruise Control)Active Damper System*
Blind Spot Information System*
PASSENGERAIRBAG
OFFPASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
(above audio panel)
SIDE AIRBAG OFF
VSAOFF
Fog lights on
Immobilizer (flashes): improperly
coded key; use correct key
Headlightson
Turn signals/hazards on
CRUISE MAIN* on
CRUISE CONTROL on High beams
on
Briefly appear with each engine start. Red and amber indicators are most critical.
Blue and green indicators are used for general information.
*if equipped
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2
C o n d i t i o n I n d i c a t o r s
Action is needed by driver
Parking brake on:
ReleaseMessage indicator:
See MID
Door/tailgate open:
Close door or tailgate
A/T Temperature:
Pull over and let engine idle
Low tire pressure (stays on):
\fdd air
Seat belt reminder:
Fasten seat belt(s)Low fuel:
Refill
Adaptive Cruise Control* on
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K E Y L E S S M E M O R Y S E T T I N G S
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2. Check the MID:
• If you have the correct remote\b the driver ID that first appears onthe MID will match the ID number on the back of your remote.
Go to step 3.
• If the numbers do not match\b follow these simple instructions:
-Remove the key from the ignition switch.
- Press the unlock button on your remote.
- Insert the key into the ignition switch\b turnit to ON (II)\b and
check the MID. The driver ID that first appears on the MID
should now match the number on the back of your remote.
C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s U s i n g t h e M I D
1. Select “CHG SETTING.”
3. Select “AUTO DOOR
UNLOCK.”4. Select “SHIFT TO P.”
5.Select “ALL DOORS.”
6. Once the setting has been saved\b select“EXIT.”
Six groups of settings can be programmed using the MID*: Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) Setup (if equipped)\b Meter Setup\b Position Setup\b Lighting Setup\b
Door/Window Setup\b and Wiper Setup.
SEL/RESET
button
Info
button
Pressthe Info button to toggle to
the “Keyless Memory Settings”
display\b then pressSEL/RESET to
activate the menu.
M o d i f y i n g t h e A u t o D o o r U n l o c k S e t t i n g
* See Customized Settings in your owner’s manual for other programmable settings.
When linked\b each remote (labeled 1 or 2 on the back) activates its own set of
programmable audio\b climate\b driving position memory\b and customized settings (MID).
1. Verify that you are using the correct remote by inserting the key inthe ignition switch and turning to ON (II).
C h e c k p o i n t
2. Select “DOOR/WINDOW
SETUP.”
3. Once you have the correct remote\b you can begin to program your
Keyless Memory Settings.
As the default setting\b only the driver's door unlocks when you shift to Park.
Follow the steps below to set all doors to unlock when you shift to Park:
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C u s t o m i z i n g S e t t i n g s
S t o r i n g A u d i o a n d C l i m a t e C o n t r o l S e t t i n g s
Some examples on how to program vehicle settings.1.Turn the ignition switch to
ON(II).
2. Store your desired stations on
the preset buttons and adjust
your preferred audio sound
levels (BASS\b TREBLE\b etc.).
3. Set your preferred climate
control settings (fan speed\b
temperature\b etc.).
4. Once you turn the car off\b your preferred settings are
saved and activated by the
corresponding remote (1 or 2).
D r i v i n g P o s i t i o n M e m o r y S y s t e m ( D P M S )
1. Turn the ignition switch to
ON (II). Shiftinto Park (P).3.Press and hold the MEMO
button until you hear a beep\b
then release.
2. \fdjust your preferred seat\b
steering wheel\b and outside
mirror settings.4. Press and hold the memory
button # corresponding to the
remote (1 or 2) you are using
until you hear two beeps.
* See Customized Settings in your owner’s manual for other programmable settings.
R E A R V I E W C A M E R A
For added convenience\b the area behind your vehicle is displayed to help you
navigate while backing up.
When you shift into
Reverse (R)\b a real-time
image of the area behind
your vehicle\b along with
helpful parking guide
lines\b shows in the
monitor. It turns off when
you shift out of Reverse.
H o w I t W o r k s
Press and hold the power
button for about 3 seconds.
A d j u s t i n g t h e V i e w M o d e ( B a s e M o d e l )
T u r n i n g t h e G u i d e L i n e s
O n o r O f f
Press and release the power
button.
T u r n i n g t h e R e a r v i e w
M o n i t o r O n o r O f f
Press and hold CANCEL for
about 3 seconds.
A d j u s t i n g t h e V i e w M o d e ( T e c h \b A d v a n c e )
T u r n i n g t h e G u i d e
L i n e s O n o r O f fS w i t c h i n g V i e w s
Note: A stored memory position is linked to the corresponding keyless remote
(1 or 2). Each item begins to adjust when you unlock the driver’s door with
the remote and enter the vehicle. Base Model
Base Model
Tech/\fdvance
Tech/\fdvance
There are 3 rearview modes.
Press ENTER to toggle between
views. Turnthe Interface Dial to
adjust the screen brightness.
Normal
Normal
Top down
Top down Wide
Wide
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V O I C E R E C O G N I T I O N
F u n c t i o n s b y V o i c e C o m m a n d
To keep your eyes on the road and hands on the wheel\b use voice commands for
hands-free calling\b navigation\b audio\b climate control\b and AcuraLink functions. For a
full list of commands\b say“Info” and“Voice Help.”
Control five different systems with the steering wheel buttons and the
ceiling microphone.
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Advance Package shown
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B L U E T O O T H® H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®p. 25
A C U R A L I N K *p.24
A U D I O *p.19
C L I M A T E *p.19
N A V I G A T I O N *p.2\f
* Voice commands for these systems are available on Tech/Advance Package only.
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U s i n g t h e V o i c e C o m m a n d S y s t e mV o i c e C o m m a n d T i p s
HFL Talk button:
Give HFL
commands and answer
incoming calls.
HFL Back button: Cancel a
command and end or decline
a call.
B a s e M o d e l
PickUp button: Answer an
incoming call\b or go directly to the
Cellular Phone screen.
HangUp button: End a call or
decline a call.
Talk button: Give HFL\b navigation\b
audio\b climate control\b or
AcuraLink commands.
Back button: Cancel a command
and return to the previous screen.
T e c h \b A d v a n c e P a c k a g e
- To hear a list of available commands at any time\b press and release the
Talk button\b then say“Help.”
- When using the Talk button\b wait for a beep\b then give a command.
- Speak in a clear\b natural voice.
- Reduce all background noise.
- Adjust the dashboard and side vents away from the microphone in the ceiling.
- Close the windows.
C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
L o o k f o r R e s t a u r a n t s
N e a r Y o u r L o c a t i o n
Say a command like “Display
restaurants” to see restaurant icons
appear on the map.
A d j u s t V e h i c l e ’ s C l i m a t e
S e t t i n g
Say a command like “Air
conditioner on” and“Fan speed 4”
to achieve a comfortable climate
setting.
M a k e A u d i o S e l e c t i o n s
Say a command like “Radio 97.\f
FM” or“CD play track 5” to select
that station or song.
G e t E s t i m a t e d D i s t a n c e
t o D e s t i n a t i o n
After a destination is entered\b say
“How far to destination?” to hear
the remaining distance.
Here are some examples of commonly used voice commands. Try some of these
to familiarize yourself with the voice command system.
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C o m m o n l y U s e d V o i c e C o m m a n d s ( c o n t i n u e d )
Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.Press and release the Talk button before you give a command.
G e n e r a l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens to change displays)
• Display map
• Display menu
• Information• Display audio
screen
• What time is it?
F i n d P l a c e C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Find nearest: - ATM
- gas station
- Mexican restaurant
- post office - bank
- Acura dealer
- airport
- hospital
D i s p l a y C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen)
• Display (or hide):
- ATM
- gas station
- restaurant
- post office • Display north up/
heading up
• Zoom in/out
• Go home
• Display current location
N a v i g a t i o n C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Map screen after a destination is entered)
A u d i o C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Radio on
• Radio # FM/AM
• Radio preset 1/2/3/4/5/6
• XM channel #
• XM 1/2 preset 1/2/3/4/5/6 • CD play
• CD play track #
• CD skip
forward/back
• iPod/USB/HDD play
S e t u p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on Setup screen)
W e a t h e r C o m m a n d s *(Accepted on map screen)
• Brightness up/down
• Volume up/down/ min/max/off • Interface dial
feedback on/off
• Guidance prompts min/max/normal
• Display weather
• Display weather icons • Display weather
warning icons
H e l p C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
• Help (list of available commands forcurrent screen)
• Voice command help (from the INFO screen - list of all available navigation\b
audio\b and climate control commands)
C l i m a t e C o n t r o l C o m m a n d s(Accepted on most screens)
T r a f f i c C o m m a n d s *(Accepted on Map screen)
• Display traffic
• Display traffic speeds • Display traffic icons
• Display traffic incidents/list
*subscription required
• How long/far to the destination?
• Display destination
• Display entire route • Air conditioner
on/off
• Rear defrost on/off
• Climate control recirculate/fresh
air • Fan speed
up/down
• Temperature # degrees (# = 57–87)
• Temperature max hot/cold
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S c h e d u l i n g a D e a l e r A p p o i n t m e n t
A C U R A L I N K® M E S S A G E S( T e c h \b A d v a n c e P a c k a g e )
Acura periodically sends you messages on vehicle features\b recall and safety
information\b maintenance reminders\b and diagnostic information.
1. When you receive a newmessage\b an envelope icon
appears on the map screen.
2. Say “Messages,” and a list of
messages appears.
1. Using the Interface Dial\b
open a maintenance or
product update
message.3. The system searches for the next available appointment at your dealer. Select“Confirm
Appointment” if you are satisfied with the
date.
\bOTE: If you are not satisfied with the available
date, use the Call option to call your dealer directly.
2. Select “Schedule
Dealer Appt.”
4. Select “OK” to set the appointment.
3.Say the number of the
message you want to hear.
To use this feature\b you must register at My Acura (www.myacura.com)\b and
make sure your compatible phone is paired and correctly set up (see page \b7).
B L \b E T O O T H®
H A N D S F R E E L I N K ®( B a s e M o d e l )
Place and receive phone calls through your vehicle's audio system. Visit
www.acura.com/handsfreelink to check if your phone is compatible.
P a i r i n g Y o u r P h o n e
V i e w i n g N e w M e s s a g e s
HFL Talk button:
Give HFL
commands and answer incoming
calls.
HFL Back button: Cancel a
command and end or decline a
call.
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Press and release the HFL Talk button before you give a command.
1. Enable “Discovery” or
“Search” mode on your
compatible phone
3. HFL gives you a four-digit code (that also appears
on the MID) and begins to
search for your phone. 6. HFL asks you to name the
phone. For example\b say
“Mary's phone.”
5.
Enter the four-digit code on
your phone when
prompted.
2. Say “Phone setup,” then
say “Pair.” 4.
Search for a HandsFreeLink
device from your phone\b
and connect to HFL.
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